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District 916 Honors

916’s Emily Thomas Named One of 20 to Watch Congratulations to Northeast Metro 916 Career

Congratulations! exemplified excellence through projects or and Technical Center’s Outstanding Educator of
artifacts that others can replicate.
Northeast Metro 916 Intermediate School “Northeast Metro 916 celebrates Emily’s the Year, Cindy Landers!
District’s Technology Trainer, Emily Thomas, dedication, innovative spirit, and commitment
was named to transforming education through technology The 916 this year, but one staff member rose to the top.
one of 20 to innovation. This national award is a testa- Career & Tech She is described as being dedicated, honest,
Watch by the ment to her relentless pursuit of excellence Center Educa- and passionate. She consistently has students that
International and her positive impact on our students, col- tor of the Year are willing to come in early and stay late to help
Society for leagues, and the entire 916 community. This is Award is given out and chat. Cindy builds positive relationships
Technology a well-deserved accolade, and I look forward each year to and always has time to check in with a smile.
in Education to witnessing Emily’s continued contributions an educator Quote a colleague, “I have never seen someone
(ISTE) for as she inspires and shapes the future of educa- who has made with so many hands-on learning activities that
her work as tion,” said Dr. Val rae boe, Superintendent of significant con- she cultivates and reworks every single year
an innova- Northeast Metro 916 ISD. tributions to because of her dedication to helping each student
tive educator Emily Thomas is a technology integra- the support of succeed.”
creating trans- tor and trainer for Northeast Metro 916. She the 916 Career Cindy sets high expectations for her students
formational learning experiences for students. is a Google Certified Trainer/Coach and an & Tech Mission, its students, and staff. The and challenges them to reach their full potential
Thomas was honored this summer in ISTE Certified Educator. Her work creating candidates are nominated by their coworkers and holds them accountable for their progress
Philadelphia at the ISTE Leadership Awards an accessible STEAM mobile Makerspace and chosen by the School relations Commit- as well as provides constructive feedback and
Luncheon with other tech leaders from around that provides PK-post-high school transition tee, which is composed of representatives from encouragement to help students to achieve their
the globe. ISTE recognizes 20 individuals who students access to emergent educational tech each school district that is a member of 916. This goals. She has made a profound impact on her
are up and coming and are already making a is one of the many reasons she received this award symbolizes the commitment to excellence students, and she is dedicated to making a posi-
difference through their work. Winners have national honor. in education. There were many great nominations tive difference at 916 Career & Tech.

Northeast Metro 916 is one of four intermediate school districts in Minnesota, serving nearly 5,000 students through shared programming
that includes career and technical education, special education services, area learning centers, and care & treatment. Through sharing resources,
talent, and ideas, Northeast Metro 916 provides cost-effective, expert, and reliable services to 13 member school districts and the students and www.916schools.org
families we collectively support.

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